That's how Chessy Scott feels when she discovers that her secret crush and next-door neighbor, who also happens to be a single dad, is the father of one of her kindergarten students. Talk about forbidden fruit!
But it gets worse. Every time Chessy tries to get close to him, he seems to push her away. That is, until the incident.
One night, while taking a shower, Chessy is terrorized by a giant spider. In comes her neighbor, shirtless and wielding an axe. He may be grumpy and standoffish, but he's also her hero.
As they spend more time together, Chessy wonders if there could be something more between them. But there's a catch: his ex-wife is the principal at the school where Chessy works. If they pursue a relationship, Chessy could lose her job.
Thankfully, Chessy has her two older sisters to help her navigate this crisis. They always say that love conquers all, but is it true?
If you're a fan of grumpy/sunshine romance and hot single dads, you'll love The New Girl Next Door. With witty humor heart-pounding romance, and more angst/drama than a Grey's Anatomy episode this book will have you swooning from start to finish.
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